The perfect way to start  the new year with another great flavor from Absolut. ABSOLUT WILD TEA has a rich, fresh aroma with hints of black tea, elderflower, red apples and citrus. The taste is rich and fruity with tones of black tea, natural sweetness and smoothness.

A PERFECTLY WILD COCKTAIL AWAITS

ABSOLUT SECRET CITRUS – ABSOLUT WILD TEA mingles with lemon-lime soda in this fun, fizzy favorite.

ABSOLUT WILD CRAN – ABSOLUT WILD TEA blended with cranberry juice for a wild and twisted classic cocktail.

ABSOLUT WILD MOJITO – A seriously wild mashup of ABSOLUT WILD TEA, freshly muddled mint, lime juice and soda.

ABSOLUT WILD TONIC  – The ultimate refreshing favorite, ABSOLUT WILD TEA and tonic over ice with lime.

ABSOLUT WILD COLA ABSOLUT WILD TEA mixes with cola and lime for a wild kind of night

Download the drink list – ABSOLUT WILD TEA COCKTAILS

Check out http://www.absolutdrinks.com/en/absolutflavor/?flavor=absolut+wild+tea for more great drink recipes.

“Given the many flavor options on all Thanksgiving tables, it’s important to determine what the most dominating flavor(s) will be.  In other words, with turkey being a neutral tasting meat, the influence on the wine choice could come from the choice of stuffing, or one of the side dishes, be it cranberry or sweet potatoes, or some exotic vegetable dish.  That advice should steer you in the desired direction.  In addition, if you want to focus on ONE wine, white or red, look for the best wine to be a bridge to all those various flavors – usually, a fruity Pinot Noir for red or a Chardonnay with good fruitiness, yet ample acidity. Rieslings are a great, versatile alternative for those who want to give Chardonnay a rest for the day.”

Roast Turkey
A simple roast turkey would go very well with a Chardonnay or White Burgundy. The Chardonnay would add flavor and complexity to the dining experience. The Burgundy, depending on the style, might add a leaner flavor with more minerality. If a Red Wine is desired, a good Pinot Noir or Red Burgundy would be a great match. Other wines that would likely work include Sauvignon Blanc (though it might be too lean), Gewurztraminer (though it might be too spicy), Beaujolais, or Cabernet Franc.

Eastern Poultry (China, India, Japan)
Eastern foods can be difficult to pair with wine. They often use very distinct, spicy flavors which clash with wine. If your taste buds are set on having wine though, a few ideas: An off-dry Gewurztraminer or Riesling would be a good match for spicy or highly flavored Chinese and Indian dishes. The sugars in these wines help smooth out the spices in the food. The Gewurztraminer also has a spicy-raciness that would match the food. Japanese food, with its generally lighter spices and cleaner flavors, tends to go well with a Chardonnay or Sauvignon Blanc.

Basic Pork
A straightforward pork dish requires a straightforward wine which matches the food’s simplicity while adding some ‘pop’. Beaujolais is light enough to go well with pork while adding a nice touch of strawberry to help add interest to the dining experience. If a white wine is desired, a Sauvignon Blanc or basic Chardonnay (not a big, full flavored Chardonnay) will work. If a red wine is desired (other than the Beaujolais mentioned above), look toward the Loire Valley in France for a good red to go with pork.

Eastern Style (China/India)
Eastern foods can be difficult to pair with wine. They often use very distinct, spicy flavors which clash with wine. If your taste buds are set on having wine though, a few ideas: An off-dry Gewurztraminer or Riesling would be a good match for spicy or highly flavored Chinese and Indian dishes. The sugars in these wines help smooth out the spices in the food. The Gewurztraminer also has a spicy-raciness that would match the food.

Green Vegetables
Opposites attract and green vegetables have a natural leanness to them which finds its perfect mate in a fuller wine (like a Chardonnay) or the minerality of a Chablis

Mushrooms or Potatoes
Both mushrooms and potatoes create a mildly flavored, earthy canvas upon which a Pinot Noir can paint marvelous masterpieces in your mouth.

(Now if THAT doesn’t make you want to try one of these combination’s, I don’t know what will.)

Try one of our great wine selections for your holiday feast.

Once again Chardonnay & Pinot Noir are the best pairings with your BASIC ROAST TURKEY DINNER.

1. Jargon Co-Pack Chardonnay & Pinot Noir

2. William Hill Chardonnay

3. Byron Santa Barbara Pinot Noir & Chardonnay

4. Napa Cellars Pinot Noir & Chardonnay

5. Mirassou Pinot Noir & Chardonnay

6. Mac Murray Pinot Noir

7. Kenwood Chardonnay & Pinot Noir

8. Charles Krug Chardonnay & Pinot Noir

9. Rodney Strong Pinot Noir & Chardonnay

10. Herman Weimar Riesling

11. Firesteed Riesling

12. Polka Dot Riesling

Enjoy!

Wine Enthusiast announced TGIC Importers, Inc. Alex Guarachi, Wine Enthusiast Importer of the Year 2010.

This coveted award is deemed one of the most prestigious forms of recognition in the industry, accrediting TGIC Importers and Alex Guarachi with outstanding performance in 2010. “We are thrilled to be named Importer of the Year 2010,” said Alex Guarachi. “The TGIC team and I have worked enthusiastically for years to grow our brands and to develop the Chilean and Argentinean categories in particular. It’s terrific to be recognized for that. It’s truly a noble honor.”

Read Full Story http://tgicimporters.com/wine-enthusiast-announces-tgic-alex-guarachi-importer-of-the-year-2010/

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Great Recipes for Halloween

Devils Fire
Red Stag Black Cherry Bourbon & DeKuyper Burst Cinnamon
Candy Apple
Absolut Vodka, DeKuyper Apple Pucker, Grenadine
Ghost Buster
Absolut Vodka, DeKuyper Melon, Grenadine
Sapphire Spellbinder
Bombay Sapphire Gin, club soda, splash of simple syrup and lemon
Voodoo Lady
Grey Goose Lá Poire Vodka, with cranberry juice
Witchery
Absolut Vanilia, Godiva Dark, Splash of Kahlua
Dead Frog
Patron Silver Tequila, DeKuyper Triple Sec, Lime juice
Black Witch
Patron XO Cafe on the rocks
Vampire Breakfast
Grey Goose Vodka, Chambord, pineapple juice
Caramel Apple
Grey Goose Vodka, DeKuyper Apple Pucker, Godiva Liqueur

Godiva Chocolate

GODIVA® Chocolate Infused Vodka is the perfect balance of five-times-distilled vodka, infused with the essence of chocolate for a uniquely smooth and luxurious taste.

Enjoy the perfection of GODIVA Chocolate Infused Vodka on the rocks or in the ultimate Chocolate Martini.

Godiva Chocolate Raspberry

GODIVA® Chocolate Raspberry Infused Vodka is the perfect balance of five-times-distilled vodka, infused with the essence of Chocolate Raspberry for a uniquely smooth and luxurious taste.

Enjoy the perfection of GODIVA Chocolate Raspberry Infused Vodka on the rocks or in the ultimate Chocolate Martini.

Try these great drink recipes.

Chocolate Mint Cookie

Godiva Chocolate Vodka, Patrón XO Cafe and peppermint schnapps

Chocolate Orange Martini

Godiva Chocolate Vodka, Absolut Mandrin with a splash of Grand Marnier

Chocolate Raspberry Martini

Godiva Raspberry Vodka and DeKuyper Razzmatazz

Download more recipes: Godiva Vodka Recipes

A team of scientists suggests the polyphenolic compound found in red wine may heal broken hearts. Their research, published online in the Journal of Cellular and Molecular Medicine, found that their attempts to heal heart damage with stem cells were more successful when the cells were in the presence of resveratrol. The researchers concluded that resveratrol increases the survival rates of these types of cells when used in cardiac regeneration experiments in the lab on rats. Read the full story at WineSpectator.com.

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What is Mixology?

• Mixing any two or more ingredients with alcohol in order to create a cocktail.

• Mixology can be really fun even if you aren’t familiar with mixing cocktails and creating new innovative drinks.

• Remember…the possibilities are endless.

Download the sample recipes…

MIXOLOGY101SAMPLE DRINKS

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RÖKK Vodka, is made from spring water, distilled five times and freeze filtered to create a smooth spirit with a refreshing ice finish. Sweden’s Viking heritage is reflected in the brands packaging and identity, giving RÖKK Vodka an authentic heritage, masculine personality and memorable name.

RÖKK Vodka gives consumers the variety they demand, including unflavored RÖKK Vodka, as well as four popular flavored vodkas—Apple, citrus, Raspberry and Orange

RÖKK won Double Gold Medal in this year’s
San Francisco World Spirits Competition

Tasting Notes:

RÖKK Vodka Clean and light, with the faintest hint of lemongrass
RÖKK Citrus Vodka Juicy lemon with a zesty lime finish
RÖKK Orange Vodka Tangerine notes and a Clementine orange blend that cuts clean
RÖKK Raspberry Vodka Jammy, with muddled rip summer berry notes
RÖKK Apple Vodka Fresh-picked, red, delicious apples with a hint of tart cider finish

ROKK is the only ‘premium’ Nordic vodka that is Freeze Filtered for exceptional smoothness

Ask your CDI sales representitive for more information on ROKK Vokda.

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2007 Cabernet Sauvignon, California – Highly Recommended, The Tasting Panel/Anthony Dias Blue, June 2010

2008 Chardonnay, California – Best of Class & Gold Medal – Los Angeles International Wine & Spirits Competition

2007 Liar’s Dice Zinfandel – 4 Stars/Excellent – Restaurant Wine/Ronn Wiegand, May 2010

2007 Liar’s Dice Zinfandel – Highly Recommended – Connoisseurs’ Guide/Charles Olken, May 2010

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HOGUE

Syrah Columbia Valley Genesis 2007 (90 points)

Smooth and velvety, delivering a warm, inviting mouthful of blueberry, plum, coffee and spice flavors that linger against refined tannins. Drink now through 2015. 6,676 cases made. From Washington.

—Harvey Steiman